King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia's Visit to Minnesota: October 4-6, 2012

King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia will be visiting Minnesota, USA in early October. The purpose of the visit is the 150th anniversary of the Gustavus Adolphus College.

On October 5th, the couple will be at the College:
(events open to public)
-A worship service at the Christ Chapel
-Dedication of the Sesquicentennial Plaza
-The King will attend a seminar entitled 'From Global to Local: Teaching and Living Environmental Sustainability'
-The Queen will attend a seminar entitled 'Protecting and Supporting the World’s Women and Children'

(events closed to public)
-Viewing of 150 Years of Swedish Art exhibit
-Luncheon in Alumni Hall
-Dinner in Twin Cities

On October 6th, the couple will visit the American Swedish Institute's new Nelson Cultural Center for a dedication ceremony.

Pictures of King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden arriving at a reception before the American Swedish Institute celebration dinner taking place at the Hilton Hotel in downtown Minneapolis on Saturday night:

I've visited the state of Minnesota several times and if I didn't live in Florida, this is one state I would love to reside in (only if it wasn't so cold). I've been to the American Swedish Institute several years ago.